Landforms 5.7 B

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What is deposition?

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A process by which wind or water drops sediment in a new location.

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What is erosion?

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The wearing away and breaking down of rocks caused by wind, water, and ice.

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What is a delta?

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A landform created by the deposition of sediment at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water.

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What is a sand dune?

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A hill of sand formed by the wind.

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What is a canyon?

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A deep valley with steep sides, often formed by the erosion of a river.

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What is a mountain?

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A large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings, typically having a peak.

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What causes a v-shaped valley to form?

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A fast-moving river erodes the land, creating a v-shaped valley.

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What is the process of weathering?

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The breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces.

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What is the role of glaciers in landform creation?

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Glaciers can erode land and create valleys and other landforms as they move.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.